[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 99 (Thursday, June 11, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4088]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING CHELSEA BEUTLER

  (Mr. KENNEDY of Utah asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. KENNEDY of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an 
inspiring small business owner from Utah, Chelsea Beutler, whose work 
reminds us of the beauty that can bring people together, even in 
divided times.
  Chelsea, the founder of Sunnyside Urban Flower Farm, has been 
selected as a floral designer for the 113th annual First Lady's 
Luncheon in Washington, D.C., a century-old bipartisan tradition hosted 
by the Congressional Club Museum and Foundation that supports 
charitable causes and celebrates community service.
  Chelsea's journey is one of resilience and creativity. During the 
COVID pandemic, as her family faced personal challenges, Chelsea 
transformed her approach to farming, turning from vegetables to flowers 
and, in doing so, cultivated not just crops but connection. Through 
workshops and community events, she has helped people to reconnect, 
heal, and find joy.
  In a world that often feels divided, her work is a reminder that 
something as simple as a flower can bridge gaps, uplift spirits, and 
bring us closer together.
  I am proud to recognize Chelsea Beutler for her achievement and for 
representing Utah on the national stage.

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